Sermons on Letter Vs Spirit Of The Law:

The Dangers Of Religion Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 21, 2007

15th in a series from Ephesians. The danger of following a religion instead of seeking a relationship.

A man was walking across a bridge one day, and he saw another man standing on the edge, about to jump off. He immediately ran over and said "Stop! Don’t do it!" "Why shouldn’t I?" the man asked. The first man replied, "Well, there’s so much to live for!" "Like what?" "Well ... are you religious ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

1 Spirit Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 17, 2013

In this passage, the apostle gives four characteristics of believers who live in “1 Spirit” of Christ in their: 1) Status in Christ (Philippians 1:27a), 2) Standing firm in Him (Philippians 1:27b); 3) Sharing with one another because of Him (Philippians

Try to imagine yourself in the role of a mum or dad living in the 1920s, before our modern means of communication were readily available to everyone. You are standing on the platform of a railway station, and your seventeen-year-old daughter is leaning out of a train window. The whistle blows and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Other

The D List

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on May 1, 2017

Satan uses four primary things to hinder the move of God and they all start with the letter D: D1 = Deception D2 = Distraction D3 = Discouragement D4 = Doubt

D1 - Whenever God is trying to deliver or empower His people the Enemy will use Deception to derail or detain the process that God want you to start and complete. (Acts 1:8) clearly tells us the purpose for Pentecost...To empower the Church to win the world to Jesus Christ. Yet WE (Pentecostals) ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ Vs Traditions (Colossians 2)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 23, 2024

Is our faith based upon Christ or human traditions? Let's look in Colossians 2.

Church traditions build upon the foundation of Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 3:10-15). Some traditions are like gold, silver and precious stones. Some are as worthless as wood, hay and stubble, not surviving the testing fire of God’s judgment. Upon whom do we base our faith? Let’s discuss this in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Just Shall Live By Faith

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Jul 8, 2002

This is a sermon on Romans 1:17 showing how we are justified by faith apart from our works.

Let’s go on a journey back in time almost 500 years ago. Germany, a dimly lit room, a young Augistianian monk studies. He struggled with guilt, he did pilgrimages, penance, masses, prayer – if a monk could be saved by his monkery it was him. After long hours of study the truth of Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Dignity Of The King Vs. The Depravity Of Humanity

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 21, 2022

John 18:12-36 continues the story of Jesus' journey towards the cross as He faced His enemies and an illegal trial based on false charges. What they didn't know was that Jesus was in control and that this was part of the redemptive plan (1 Corinthians 2:7-8).

The Lord Jesus had been arrested while in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:47-56; Mark 14:43-52; Luke 22:47-53; John 18:1-11). He was being hauled off to an illegal trial on false charges. This is the beginning of an obvious plot using any means possible by the Pharisees and the other ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-36, Deuteronomy 17:6, Deuteronomy 19:15, Mark 14:65

Denomination: Baptist

The Door Of Your Spiritual Life Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004

This is the 7th sermon in the series "Unlocking The Doors To Freedom". We are saved by faith, not our works.

Series: Unlocking The Doors To Freedom [#7] THE DOOR OF YOUR SPIRITUAL LIFE Galatians 4:21-31 Introduction: Abraham had 2 sons, Ishmael and Isaac. Ishmael’s mother was Hagar and Isaac’s mother was Sarah. The 2 sons illustrate our 2 births:  Physical birth that makes us ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

"God In A Box"

Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on Nov 28, 2003

Christians living a God filled life

“God in a Box” Galatians 4:8-20 Nov 30, 2003 Well we have come to that time of year… Friday was the biggest shopping day, decorations started going up, people start planning parties and gifts are already being bought and boxed up… This time of year reminds me, well not really the time but ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Inheriting Vs. Earning Eternal Life

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Oct 18, 2009

A sermon for Pentecost 19B/Proper 23 preached on 10/11/2009 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Audubon, Iowa. It answers the real question of the text: "What must I do to inherit eternal life."

How many of you here this morning enjoy shopping? For a lot of us, shopping can be a wonderful experience, especially if you are shopping for stuff you like. When time and money are available for a shopping trip, we often look through the ads either in the newspaper or online to find the best ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Whitewashed Or Washed White

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Oct 15, 2007

The cost of maintaining religious appearances is high.

Whitewashed or Washed White Matthew 23:25-26, 27-28 “Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they are full of greed and self-indulgence. Blind Pharisee! First clean the inside of the cup and dish, and then the outside ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Calamity Of Being Without Christ

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 19, 2003

Webster defines calamity as "an extraordinarily grave event marked by great loss and lasting distress and affliction". Such is the estate of the unbeliever.

THE CALAMITY OF BEING WITHOUT CHRIST “That at that time you were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world.” Ephesians 2:12 Webster defines calamity as "a state of deep distress or misery ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:12

Denomination: Baptist

Tithing Series

Contributed by Mohan Thomas on Dec 7, 2006

There is so many misunderstandings in Christian world about Tithing and I would like to remove it by this sermon.

1-INTRODUCTION It seems so few people these days give tithes, offerings, and alms, yet they profess to be walking with God. This applies to people all over the world. By their actions, they deny Him. Every person is to give 10% of their total income to God. This is called a tithe. Tithing is a ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Saved And The Lost

Contributed by George Barton on May 13, 2006

Using an outline from the late Dr. Culbertson of Moody Bible Institute the author explains the various asoects of how we are saved.

ROMANS 3:21-6:23 THE SAVED AND THE LOST THE SAVED THESE PEOPLE ARE SAVED BY THE GRACE OF GOD 1, These people are saved originally by grace. Grace is unmerited favor, God’s riches at Christ’s expense. Before God laid the foundations of the world, God chose these people to be saved. They are the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

In Search Of The Spirit

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 6, 2004

Paul shows us what is most important when searching for a deeper relationship with Christ and the gifts of the Spirit.

February 8, 2004 1 Corinthians 14:12-20 Since you are eager to have spiritual gifts, try to excel in gifts that build up the church. For this reason anyone who speaks in a tongue should pray that he may interpret what he says. For if I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my mind is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:12-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Vital Signs In Christian Experience Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 15, 2008

This sermon unpacks the relationship of the law to the Christian 1-6 and the pre-conversion experience of the law applied to Paul 7-13 and then Paul’s subsequent ongoing conflict with sinful nature as a mature believer 14-25.

ROMS 7:1- 25 VITAL SIGNS IN CHRISTIAN EXPERIENCE. PAUL HAS GONE TO GREAT LENGTHS TO POINT OUT THAT A CHRISTIAN IS SOMEBODY WHO IS DEAD TO SIN AND ALIVE IN CHRIST. A PERSON WHO HAS BEEN SET FREE FROM THE SLAVERY OF SIN TO BECOME A SLAVE TO GOD. SUMMING UP CHAPTER SIX PAUL HAS STATED THAT ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Baptist